Diurnal activity patterns and feeding ecology of the endemic geladas ( T heropithecus gelada) in the S imien M ountains N ational P ark, E thiopia

Geladas (Theropithecus gelada) in Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia, dedicate significantly more time to foraging than other diurnal activities, with grass being their primary food source. A study conducted from January to April 2010 observed a band of 21 individuals using scan sampling and simultaneous census methods across five blocks covering 1805 hectares. Geladas spent minimal time resting and similar amounts moving, regardless of age class. Notably, the study band interacted with humans, stealing food from tourists and locals, highlighting the need for awareness campaigns to aid conservation efforts.

Ejigu, D., & Bekele, A. (2014). Diurnal activity patterns and feeding ecology of the endemic geladas (Theropithecus gelada) in the Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia. African Journal of Ecology, 53(2), 231–237. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/aje.12172